Why Volunteer?

The University of Delaware Emergency Care Unit (UDECU) is comprised of nearly 50 dedicated student volunteers. These students advance through a rigorous training process to become nationally certified EMTs and obtain licences to practice as EMT-B’s in the State of Delaware. Many members obtain EMT-B certification prior joining and can have licences in other states. Through a regimented promotional process, our members strive to become an Officer-In-Charge (OIC). UDECU members come from a variety majors and diverse backgrounds. They have the opportunity to run for executive board positions while becoming operationally proficient in the field of EMS.

The University of Delaware Emergency Care Unit (UDECU) is an award winning, student run volunteer organization, committed to excellence in its mission of providing professional emergency medical care to all persons on the University of Delaware Campus. In addition to serving the UD campus, UDECU responds to emergencies in the surrounding community of Newark when needed.

Volunteering on an Ambulance is a great experience.As a member of UDECU you’ll get the opportunity to serve the University and surrounding community to make a difference in the lives of others.You’ll learn valuable skills that will serve you well in life.

More Great Reasons to Join UDECU:

Gain Valuable Experience

Meet New Friends

Develop Leadership Skills

All Training is Provided

Although Nursing and Pre-Med majors find UDECU is a great place to practice their patient assessment skills , all UD Students are welcome, regardless of major.

Membership Requirements

There are four basic requirements for UDECU members. First, UDECU requires a minimum of eighteen hours (18) per month of duty.Members who only complete the minimum required monthly hours do not see many advancement opportunities within the organization. Second, members must attend membership meetingsheld on the first Sunday of each month. Third, all members are required to attend one monthly training session. The final requirement is within six months of become a full member, each member must be a certified Delaware Emergency Medical Technician.

Upon acceptance, you will become fully involved with the organization. During your probationary period of one semester you will become familiar with how the ambulance and equipment operates, become certified in CPR, and assist with patient care by riding along on actual ambulance calls. For the period that you are a probationary member, you will be assigned a current member as your field trainer. Your field trainer will assist you in familiarizing you with the ambulance, equipment and procedures used by UDECU.

At the conclusion of the probationary semester, probationary members will be evaluated by the Supervisors and they will determine if the probationary member has met the requirements to become a full member. Cuts to the probationary class can occur at any time.

Apply Online

Each semester, the University of Delaware Emergency Care Unit (UDECU) opens its application process in hopes of recruiting UD students with a drive and passion for helping others. At the end of the recruitment cycle, select student applicants will be invited to join the organization as probationary members. Applicants are neither required nor expected to have experience in EMS and students from all graduating classes will be considered for membership.

About the process:

If you wish to apply for membership, start by completing the entire application below. While it may be lengthy, the finer detail helps us ensure we invest our time and money in the right applicants. Unfortunately, the process is extremely competitive and only about 30% of applicants will be asked to sit for a formal interview. Typically, less than 20% of those interviewed will receive an offer for probationary membership.

The selection process to become a member of the University of Delaware Emergency Care Unit (UDECU) is an extremely competitive endeavor that requires our agency to identify the most highly qualified applicants for membership. An overwhelming number of qualified applicants will be competing for a limited number of positions. Our community expects and demands that we enlist only those individuals who possess the highest degree of impeccability in terms of personal background, judgment, maturity, integrity, and credibility.

The University of Delaware Police Department conducts a thorough background investigation on all potential members, inquiring into their suitability for service with the program. The University of Delaware Emergency Care Unit will not consider individuals for membership who are less than honest and forthright. The information provided will be verified during both the interview and background investigation. Any information that is knowingly withheld will be identified.

Should you be offered full membership, you will be expected to attend and graduate from an NREMT approved EMT-B course and obtain your Delaware EMT license by the start of the 2018 Spring semester. You will be required to pay for all training upfront and will be reimbursed as you hit various achievements in our program.

Questions can be directed to the Director of Administration, Nicole Kushner (nkushner@udel.edu).

Applications will become available at the start of Spring 2018

Personal Information

Name
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Middle

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Last
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Date of Birth
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University of Delaware Email
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Home Address
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Do you live at home while attending classes?
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Mobile Phone
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Home Phone

Student Information

Are you currently a full-time student at UD?
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Have you applied to UDECU in the past?
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Academic Year
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University Major(s)
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University Minor(s)

If you participate in any University of Delaware sponsored activities, please list them:

Background

Have you ever been arrested and/or convicted of any criminal offense?
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Have you ever been referred to the University of Delaware Office of Student Conduct?
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Medical Experience

Do you have any clinical work experience as an EMR, EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic?
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If “Yes”, identify agency(ies), position(s), and length of service.

Do you have other clinical work experience in a healthcare field that includes patient contact and care as a job expectation?
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If “Yes”, identify agency(ies), position(s), and length of service.

Do you have any of the following licenses/certifications? Check all that apply
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Short Answer

There are many ways to get involved in healthcare while at UD. Students pursuing careers in medicine often become medical scribes, research assistants, medical assistants, or CNAs. Why are you interested in EMS? (350 word limit)
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Aetna Hose, Hook & Ladder Company is located just off campus and provides members with the opportunity to work in both Fire and paid EMS. Why are you choosing to apply to our volunteer program? (350 word limit)
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On average, less than 10% of applicants will be offered a probationary semester with UDECU. Most applicants demonstrate exemplary levels of hard work, dedication, passion, and integrity. What makes you our ideal candidate? (350 word limit)
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Character References

Please include the names, phone numbers, and nature of relationships for three character references. References should be non-family members who have known you for at least three (3) years.

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Additional Information

Is there is anything else you would like us to know or other answers that require further explanation?
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Do you have any physical impairments or disabilities that would interfere with your ability to work on an ambulance?
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Certification Statement
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I hereby certify that the preceding information is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false or misleading information may disqualify me from further consideration for membership or be grounds for immediate expulsion. I authorize an investigation of all information contained on this application including, but not limited to, a thorough criminal investigation by the University of Delaware Police Department. I understand that if offered membership with the University of Delaware Emergency Care Unit, that either I, or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, for any reason. I also certify that I intend my electronic signature on this certification statement to be the legally binding equivalent of my traditional handwritten signature.